Pier C Park in Hoboken partially reopened today for the first time since Hurricane Sandy devastated the area back in late October.

Repairs have been completed to much of the park including the playgrounds, restrooms, parts of the lawn, and most of the western side, said city spokesperson Juan Melli. But the park's eastern side facing the Hudson River is closed as remaining repairs continue.

Located near the intersection of Frank Sinatra Drive and 4th Street, Pier C Park is an idyllic small island separated from the city's streets by a short footbridge. It's safe playing environment for children and the river's refreshing breeze attracts many park goers who walk along the Hudson gazing at the famous Manhattan skyline.

But this picturesque setting was battered by Sandy who's storm surge tossed the park's large round concrete benches significantly damaging the decking, Melli said. Other park benches, irrigation lines, and electrical equipment were also damaged.

Today around 7 a.m., more than seven months after the superstorm, the pier was reopened to the public and this afternoon it was teeming with youngsters, joggers, and locals like Allison Pengai and Brian Kantor who came to the park to relax.

"Everything came back pretty quickly and it's the same or better," said Kantor, as the couple comfortably sat near the river enjoying some iced tea.

"I think they do a good job keeping up city parks," Pengai added.

In addition to the reopening, the city has announced new park hours for the summer, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.